Humanity broken
© Benoît Pailley
- Transcription and translation of the exhibit panel
Date: 22 June 2013–18 April 2014
Event: Hostage-taking by the terrorist organisation known as ‘Islamic State’
Location: Syria, the Middle East
This toothbrush was used by the journalist Nicolas Hénin, who was held hostage in Syria between 2013 and 2014 by the organisation “Islamic State”. It is one of the few items, along with some items of clothing, that were provided to him during his captivity and which he kept after his release.
The handle of this toothbrush was cut off by his captors to prevent the hostage from using it as a weapon.
Information about the object:
- Donated by Nicolas Hénin
- Dimensions: length 6.5 cm; width 2 cm; thickness 2 cm
- Photo credit: Benoît Pailley